Job summary
We are seeking an experienced and motivated nurse with excellent clinical knowledge and skills to join our expanding Rapid Diagnostic Centre (RDC) team, working 26.25 hours per week in a fixed-term maternity cover post.

The RDC provides a coordinated diagnostic pathway for patients with serious non-specific symptoms that may indicate cancer or another significant condition. The service supports earlier diagnosis, reduces delays in investigation and improves patient outcomes through timely access to diagnostics, specialist review and multidisciplinary decision-making.

Working within a small, supportive team comprising an Advanced Specialist Nurse, Cancer Care Coordinator and Patient Navigator, you will work closely with consultants, diagnostic services and primary care colleagues. You will assess and support patients throughout their diagnostic journey, from referral and triage through to diagnosis, discharge or onward referral.

The successful candidate will participate in virtual MDT discussions, coordinate investigations and provide expert nursing support through CNS-led clinics.

Based primarily in York, the role requires regular travel to Scarborough Hospital. Flexible working, including agreed home working, is supported. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to earlier diagnosis initiatives while delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

Main duties of the job
As a key member of the Rapid Diagnostic Centre (RDC) team, you will deliver a high-quality diagnostic pathway for patients with serious non-specific symptoms, ensuring timely assessment, investigation, diagnosis and onward management.

Acting as key worker for patients referred to the Serious Non-Specific Symptoms pathway, you will manage a defined caseload from referral through to diagnosis, discharge or onward referral to the most appropriate care pathway. Working closely with GPs, consultants, diagnostic services and multidisciplinary teams, you will coordinate investigations and support timely diagnosis.

You will provide specialist nursing advice, information and emotional support to patients and families, undertaking holistic assessments to identify physical, psychological and supportive care needs.

The role includes coordinating virtual MDT meetings, ensuring investigations are completed and outcomes communicated effectively, while monitoring patient progress to minimise delays in diagnosis and treatment.

You will contribute to the ongoing development of the RDC pathway, promote evidence-based practice and act as a clinical resource for colleagues. The post also involves leadership and supervision responsibilities, participation in audit, service evaluation and quality improvement activity, and working collaboratively with stakeholders across primary and secondary care to support early diagnosis, service improvement and excellent patient outcomes.

About us
To find out more about what it is like to work for our Trust please visit the following link: https://yorkhospitals.pagetiger.com/hdjgxd

Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

• Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants.
• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service.)
• A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave.
• Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme.
• NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme.
• An extensive range of learning and development opportunities.
• Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers.

For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

Details
Closing date: 19 November 2026
Date posted: 05 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year pro rata
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working, Compressed hours
Reference number: 419-8307352-CNS-CSD
Job locations: Tribune House, York, YO30 4RY, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
If you are currently employed by the Trust and you wish to apply for this role on a secondment basis, please seek permission from your current line manager before applying for the post.

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• Registered Nurse (Level 1)
• First level degree education or equivalent
• Recognised teaching/ assessing qualification
• Post registration qualification in speciality

Desirable

• Extended/supplementary prescribing
• Master level degree education

Experience
Essential

• Experience at Band 6 or equivalent including within a relevant speciality
• Audit & Standard setting
• Service development and/ or change management

Training
Essential

• Evidence of continued professional development
• Willing to undergo training as necessary

Skills
Essential

• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Ability to organise and prioritise own and others workload
• IT skills
• Leadership skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Tribune House, York, YO30 4RY, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Lead Cancer Nurse, Ruth Jacobs, ruth.jacobs14@nhs.net

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